Minnesota Council for the Gifted & Talented

Connections. Advocacy. Resources. Equity. Support.

Community Hub

MCGT strives to create an inclusive community of those interested in supporting gifted & talented learners.

“The support and information I received through MCGT was essential in helping me to navigate the waters of raising my highly gifted children. Connecting with other parents, attending the conferences and seminars gave me the tools I needed to parent my children while also maximizing their educational experiences in a K-12 system that wasn’t always a good fit. Thank you MCGT!”

-Parent of Gifted Children

Chapters

MCGT chapters are formal group of MCGT members, organized by district, region, or other common goals. A chapter has officers, collecting a portion of each member’s MCGT membership fee, and using those funds as they wish. 

Community Groups

MCGT Community Groups are informal gatherings of interested parents. No bylaws, officers, or financials. Just connections, sharing, and support. 

MCGT Events

MCGT hosts a variety of speaker events, discussion groups, children and family events, and an annual Gifted & Talented Expo. Information can be found on our events calendar or follow us on social media.

MCGT’s Facebook Posts

Join the MCGT Gifted Adult Community for Enjoying an Afternoon of Zine-Making!Saturday, June 20, 2026, 2:30 – 4:30 pm CDTRoseville, MNFREE and Open to All. Registration required. Spots are limited: Maximum of 11 attendees, so be sure to reserve your spot early!mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6702623An in-person event focused on experiencing the culture and creativity of zines! For those who are unfamiliar, zines (pronounced “zeens”) are self-published prints, often handmade on paper and produced in limited quantities using non-commercial printing.The experience will emphasize that anyone can make a zine, and that no special knowledge is needed to start enjoying, creating, and sharing stories with zines.No prior knowledge or preparation is required! Just bring yourself and your creativity. Optionally, participants are invited to bring a small amount of cash (a few dollars) to make copies of their zine on the library copy machine.#mcgt #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGTcares #MCGTConnections #giftedadults #socialemotional #mcgtgiftedadultcommunity See MoreSee Less
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🏞️ Great news, MCGT families! STAR Academy families have planned a series of casual summer park meetups across the Twin Cities metro area — and MCGT families are warmly invited to join!All hangouts start at 1:00 PM and typically last a couple of hours. Bring your own refreshments and activities and just show up — look for a group of friendly faces!🗓️ Summer Park Meetup Dates:June 5 • French Park, PlymouthJune 19 • Antlers Park, LakevilleJuly 17 • Audubon Park, MinneapolisJuly 31 • Central Park, RosevilleAugust 14 • Staring Park, Eden PrairieAugust 21 • Central Park, Maple GroveSeptember 11 • Hyland Park, BloomingtonQuestions? Email [email protected]📅 groups.io/g/MCGTCHOICES/calendar✉️ [email protected]#MCGT #MinnesotaGifted #mcgtchoices #GiftedKids #homeschool #summerfun #ParkMeetUp See MoreSee Less
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👶 Calling all parents of bright little ones! Do you have a child around 3 to 6 years old, and you are not quite sure about the right school fit for the next couple of years?STAR Academy and the MCGT CHOICES Chapter are co-hosting a casual meetup for families considering or currently homeschooling at this age. Meet other parents in the same boat and chat with veteran homeschoolers who have been there.📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026🕐 1:00 to 2:30 PM (open house style, come and go)📍 Rosedale Library, 2180 N Hamline Ave, RosevilleWe'll be in the children's section or the children's garden depending on weather and vibe — look for friendly faces.RSVPs appreciated but not required: [email protected]📅 groups.io/g/MCGTCHOICES/calendar✉️ CHO#MCGTm#mcgtchoicesG#MinnesotaGiftedM#GiftedKidst#homeschoolids #Homeschool See MoreSee Less
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MCGT's Talented Tots Discussion Group will be on Wednesday, June 3rd @12pm Central Time via Zoom. Join us! No registration required, just drop in!Do you have a bright or talented kid between the ages of 1 and 5? Come discuss all the hilarity, exasperation, and joy of raising bright young kids with other parents who get it! This supportive parent community is a place to ask questions, share stories, meet new friends, and exchange tips and ideas. All interested parents are welcome to join Talented Tots. You do not need to be a MCGT member or even live in Minnesota to participate! We look forward to meeting you. Find details and zoom links for all MCGT's discussion groups here: mcgt.net/discussio#MCGTup#MNGifted ##MCGTt#DrDanikaMaddocksk#TalentedTotsDrDanikaMaddocksPhDa#TalentedTotsl#MCGTcares#M#MCGTConnectionso#giftedparentingdparenting See MoreSee Less
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👶 Calling all parents of bright little ones! Do you have a child around 3 to 6 years old, and you are not quite sure about the right school fit for the next couple of years?STAR Academy and the MCGT CHOICES Chapter are co-hosting a casual meetup for families considering or currently homeschooling at this age. Meet other parents in the same boat and chat with veteran homeschoolers who have been there.📅 Wednesday, June 3, 2026🕐 1:00 to 2:30 PM (open house style, come and go)📍 Rosedale Library, 2180 N Hamline Ave, RosevilleWe'll be in the children's section or the children's garden depending on weather and vibe — look for friendly faces.RSVPs appreciated but not required: [email protected]📅 groups.io/g/MCGTCHOICES/calendar✉️ CHO#MCGTm#mcgtchoicesG#MinnesotaGiftedM#GiftedKidst#homeschoolids #Homeschool See MoreSee Less
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“More important than the many timely and relevant resources MCGT offers, MCGT provided our family with an understanding and welcoming place to share experiences without judgment. We were not alone on this journey but with friends.”

-Parent of a Gifted Child

“As a parent, MCGT was a source of knowledge and support. As a professional, it has provided a resource bank, a feeling of acceptance, and a sense of community, for all of which I am grateful.”

-Parent of a Gifted Child

Thinking of becoming a member? MCGT provides membership benefits.

Click here to view a complete list of MCGT Member benefits!

Discussion Groups

Talented Tots

Do you have a bright or talented kid between the ages of 1 and 5? Come discuss all the hilarity, exasperation, and joy of raising bright young kids with other parents who get it! This supportive parent community is a place to ask questions, share stories, meet new friends, and exchange tips and ideas.

Lean on Me

You are not alone in this journey of parenting bright children. Find your people in this monthly discussion group where we talk about raising gifted, creative & talented children

CHAT Nights

CHAT (Connect. Help. Advocate. Talk.) Nights are dedicated to informally connecting parents of gifted children, helping them find other parents in similar situations with an ear to listen, experiences to share, and solutions to offer. Each CHAT Night starts with a brief (10-15 minutes) presentation by a facilitator on a designated topic of interest followed by small group discussion. The format of CHAT Nights is intended to be casual, rather than structured.

MCGT Member Directory

MCGT has a member directory that will help you find other members in your city or school district. Membership login required. 

MCGT Member Forums

Join the discussions in our Member Forums. Topics include New to Gifted, Event Follow up Discussions, Twice-Exceptional (2e), Gifted Adults, and more! Membership login required.